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    Tag: Wetsuits

    Are tow floats a threat to the freedom of open water swimming?

    Are tow floats a threat to the freedom and culture of open water swimming or a necessary water safety device?
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    Andre Slade 1 December 2020
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    Top tips to prepare for a cold ocean swim

    When it's cold but you still have your heart set on swimming, e’ve got you sorted with our top tips to prepare for a cold ocean swim.
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    Elly McGuinness 1 May 2020
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    How to repair a swimming wetsuit

    Learn how to repair your swimming wetsuit when you get a nick/tear in the neoprene or you pull your zipper off.
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    Andre Slade 26 November 2018
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    Everything you need to know about swimming in cold water

    Learn about what constitutes cold water swimming, what it feels like, what the dangers are, and how to minimise the effects.
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    Andre Slade 20 November 2018
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    The eco friendly way to slip into your wetsuit with ease

    The Surf Sock is the Australian made, eco-friendly alternative to the plastic bag to assist getting into your wetsuit and a great addition to your oce…
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    Andre Slade 17 June 2018
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    Newds outraged by sensible decision at Bondi to Bronte

    A sensible decision by the Bondi To Bronte organisers made wetsuit wearers eligible for prizes on Sunday, but the 'newds' weren't happy.
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    Andre Slade 4 December 2017
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    The great wetsuit debate

    Do you only swim ‘newd’, or are you impartial to a bit of rubber? This question is at the heart of the annual wetsuit debate between ocean swimmin…
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    Andre Slade 28 November 2017
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    How to choose the best wetsuit for ocean swimming

    What to look for in an open water swimming wetsuit

    Are you thinking about purchasing a wetsuit for open water swimming, or ocean swimming? Make sure you take into account all these factors before you b…
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    Andre Slade 8 February 2017
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    How to choose a wetsuit for ocean swimming

    Learn how to choose the right wetsuit for open water swimming, including ocean swimming and triathlons.
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    Andre Slade 23 October 2013
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    Open water swimming wetsuits

    Open water swimming wetsuits are great for increasing your speed in open water and have the obvious benefit of keeping you warm in cooler water temps.
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    Andre Slade 2 May 2013
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